Thursday, September 17, 2026 - Ukraine has appointed Anton Kovalskyi as acting prosecutor general following the removal of Ruslan Kravchenko amid a major corruption scandal and anti-graft investigations.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the change through a decree issued on September 17, 2026.
Kovalskyi now takes charge of the country’s top prosecutorial office at a sensitive moment, with public confidence in government institutions under pressure.
His appointment is expected to bring close scrutiny as investigators continue examining allegations linked to the scandal.
The leadership change could influence Ukraine’s efforts to strengthen accountability and reassure international partners.
Prosecutorial independence and transparent investigations will be key tests for the acting chief as the government works to demonstrate that corruption cases will be pursued seriously.
The appointment also signals an attempt to restore stability quickly after the upheaval. Kovalskyi’s performance, and whether the government moves toward a permanent appointment, will determine whether the transition strengthens or further challenges trust in Ukraine’s justice system.
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